What does “low-historic-violations” mean on this page?

It’s a filter that selects buildings flagged with low levels of historic violations in available NYC records. Use it to narrow choices, then confirm with the building directly for the current status and any ongoing work.

How does the R train filter work here?

The page focuses on buildings near the R train corridor/stops for Downtown Brooklyn. Still, walking time and transfer options vary by exact address, so check the commute you’ll actually use.

Does “low-historic-violations” guarantee there won’t be issues?

No. It’s a data-based signal from historic records, which can lag real-world conditions. Ask the building office about current maintenance priorities and any recent remediation before you sign.

Are these buildings rent-stabilized or covered by tenant-protection rules?

This page is defined by low historic violations plus R train proximity, not a specific rent-regulation category. If you need rent-stabilized or other protections, apply the matching regulatory filter separately.

Is there anything I should verify about fees and move-in costs?

Yes. Even after filtering, building-by-building costs can differ. Confirm broker fee (if any), deposit, and any recurring building charges, plus what’s required to move in (documentation and timing).

How does Openigloo help me compare buildings?

Openigloo compiles renter-focused building information, including signals from rated buildings and the building pages you can review side-by-side. Use it to spot patterns, then ask targeted questions for your unit and your dates.

Which neighborhoods are trending right now in this scope?

Bushwick with 12,589+ buildings; Stuyvesant Heights with 7,834+ buildings; Flatbush with 5,564+ buildings; Park Slope with 7,025+ buildings; Clinton Hill with 4,040+ buildings.

Buildings with low historical violations near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn has buildings with an average rating of 4.1/5 across 54 rated buildings. This page focuses on buildings that also meet the low-historic-violations and R train proximity filters. If you’re comparing options here, start with the rated-building signal to narrow the field, then confirm details that affect your lease and move-in plan with the building directly (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

This page helps you find buildings with low historic violations near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn. You’re looking at 23+ eligible buildings, filtered to match both conditions so you can narrow your search without starting from scratch. Openigloo brings the building pages together with rated-building signals and renter-focused context, so you can check review patterns, scan key details, and ask questions before you commit. Use the filters to shortlist buildings, then verify the specifics that matter for your move-in plan (fees, timing, and lease terms) directly with the building.

Showing 19–23 of 23 buildings with low historical violations near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn.

Rent-stabilized

85 Livingston Street

Downtown Brooklyn

230 Jay Street

4.7(2)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

No open violations

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

175 Willoughby Street

Downtown Brooklyn

226 Livingston Street

1.3(1)

Downtown Brooklyn

No evictions

1 open violation

No litigation history

No bedbug history

Rent-stabilized

Good cause

122 Ashland Place

Downtown Brooklyn

What to check before choosing a building with low historical violations near the R train in Downtown Brooklyn

Use the “low-historic-violations” filter as a starting signal, then confirm current conditions with the super/building office and review any recent repair timelines.
Because this page is tied to the R train, double-check exact walking time to your typical stop and routes at the hours you’ll commute.
Before applying, compare full monthly cost, not just rent: broker fee, deposit, and any recurring charges you’ll pay once the lease starts.
Check apartment availability and current unit constraints (floor, layout, view) on each building page, since “eligible” buildings can still have limited openings at any moment.
If you’re sensitive to record lag, treat the historic-violations filter as Open data that may not reflect what happened most recently—ask the building what’s changed since the latest records.

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